Vancouver’s Hidden Korean Gem: Koreana Korean Restaurant

Move over, downtown spots—Koreana Korean Restaurant in Coquitlam is the real deal, attracting Korean locals who drive from Vancouver just to eat here. With a curated menu of homestyle classics and hard-to-find specialties, this place is a must-visit for authentic flavors. 🍲 MUST-TRY DISHES 1️⃣ Soft Tofu Soup (순두부찌개) 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨ • Just as good as House of Tofu Soup, but with crispy stone-pot rice for mixing. • Pro tip: Break the rice crust into the soup for texture heaven. 2️⃣ Ox Bone & Tendon Soup (사골곰탕) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 • No MSG, just pure bone broth—slow-simmered and perfect for chilly days. • Generous tendon chunks with a slightly crunchy bite. 3️⃣ Seafood Pancake (해물파전) 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨ • No fake crab here! Packed with squid, scallops, and fresh veggies. • Crispy edges like the ones from Korean street stalls. 🔥 SPECIALTIES (Next Time!) • Spicy Monkfish Stew (아구찜) • Raw Fish Platter (회) • Giant Pork Cutlet (돈까스) • Pork Intestine Hot Pot (곱창전골) • Beef Rib Soup (갈비탕) (Most are large-format—bring 4+ people!) 💰 WHY IT’S A WIN ✅ Authentic & Unpretentious: No fusion twists—just Korean grandma cooking. ✅ Fair Prices: Most soups ~16–20, seafood pancake 22 (worth it!). ✅ No Wait (If Early): Opens at 11:30 AM—beat the lunch rush. 📍 DETAILS Address: 1001 Austin Ave #101, Coquitlam Hours: Likely 11:30 AM–9 PM (confirm before visiting) Parking: Free plaza lot #KoreanFood #CoquitlamEats #NoMSG